What happened on 8 January 1870?

Discover what happened on 8 January 1870 in history! This day marks a series of notable events, famous births, and significant deaths. Explore the details below to learn more about the historical happenings of this day. On this day, history comes alive!

Deaths

  • Thomas Rogers Strover (British surgeon (1814-1870))
  • Henrietta Sophia Wilhelmina Röell (21 Feb 1792 Amsterdam – 8 Jan 1870 Amsterdam)
  • Anne-Marie Lecomte
  • Catherine Jones ((died 1870))
  • Johann Peter Bruggisser (Swiss politician (1806-1870))
  • Pierre Schaken
  • Joshua Snow (Canadian politician)